2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Raider | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
